An act of forgiving or excusing someone for a mistake or offense.

A declaration of forgiveness for an offense.

माफी

English Usage: He sought a pardon for his past misdeeds.

Hindi Usage: उसने अपनी पिछले गुनाहों के लिए माफी मांगी।

To forgive or excuse someone for something.

To allow or permit, often as a way of showing politeness.

आज्ञा देना

English Usage: I didn't hear you, could you pardon me for a moment?

Hindi Usage: मैं आपको नहीं सुन सका, क्या आप मुझे एक क्षण आज्ञा देंगे?